Features of a Pelvic Binder

1. Adjustable Design

   • Usually made with strong, adjustable straps (Velcro or buckles) to fit different patient sizes (adults and sometimes pediatric versions).

   • Can be quickly tightened or loosened depending on patient needs.

2. Rapid Application

   • Designed for quick placement by emergency medical providers, often within seconds.

   • Some come with pre-marked positioning guides (e.g., for correct placement over the greater trochanters).

3. Strong Compression

   • Provides circumferential pressure around the pelvis to reduce and stabilize fractures.

   • Helps tamponade bleeding from pelvic vessels and bone surfaces.

4. Lightweight and Portable

   • Compact and easy to carry in ambulances, emergency kits, and trauma units.

   • Made of lightweight but durable materials.

5. Radiolucent Material

   • Many pelvic binders are X-ray, CT, and MRI compatible, meaning they do not interfere with imaging and can remain in place during scans.

6. Reusability or Single-use Options

   • Some models are disposable for single-patient use (common in pre-hospital settings).

   • Others are reusable, especially in hospitals.

7. Comfort Padding

   • Inner lining may have soft, anti-slip padding to prevent skin injury and maintain position during transport.

8. One-size-fits-most

   • Most commercial binders are adjustable to fit a wide range of body types.

   • Some have extensions for obese patients.

✅ Key Clinical Point: The binder should be applied at the level of the greater trochanters (hip bones), not the waist, for effective stabilization.